Filing & Fees
Fee Schedule Signals
Probate Filing Fees
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
Petition for Probate Standard probate filing fee | $360 |
Accepted Payment: Cash, Check, Money Order, Credit Card
Note: Please consult the County Clerk's fee schedule for current pricing. Monthly 'Appointments and Fees OCA' reports and posting citations bulletins published regularly on the division's bulletin board.
Document Fees
Certified Copy (per page)
$1
Payment Methods: Cash, Check, Money Order, Credit Card
Required Documents
E-Filing & Filing Methods
Source ↗Filing Methods: in person, mail, e file
Timelines & Proceedings
Deadlines & Creditor Claims
Key Deadlines
- Will Deposit
- Verify locally
- Creditor Claims
- Verify locally
- Known Creditor Notice
- 60 days
Creditor Claims
- Period Starts
- no general bar from publication; a claim may be presented until the estate is closed, and a creditor sent a § 308.054 notice has until the 121st day after receiving it
- Statute
- Texas Estates Code §§ 308.051, 308.053, 308.054, 355.001, 355.060, 355.152
Publication Requirements
Notice to Creditors
- Duration
- Once
- Statute
- Texas Estates Code § 308.051
Must publish in newspaper of general circulation in county. Newspaper varies by county.
Notice of Petition/Administration
- Beneficiaries
- Known creditors
- Surviving spouse
Related Proceedings
Property Recording
Source ↗Guardianship
Texas guardianship is governed by the Texas Estates Code and requires court approval.
guardian of person
Guardian responsible for the physical well-being and care of the ward
guardian of estate
Guardian responsible for managing the ward's property and finances
Guardian Training
Guardian training requirements vary by county. Contact local court for approved providers.
Court Rules & Orders
Local Rules
- E-filing mandatory for attorneys
- Walk-in services available for original will filing, annual reports, and letters retrieval
- Mail submission available for same services
- Electronic requests via email for copies and letters
- Face masks recommended but not required for in-person visits
- Pro Se Court Policy available on website
Sources for this page (4)
The facts above come from these official sources. Verify current details with the office before filing.